Greece Tour ​Summer 2019

FROM THE STAGE TO THE WATERS – DAZZLE & BE DAZZLED​MAKE YOUR OWN MEDITERRANEAN POSTCARD MEMORIES

​Athens – it really is the ancient city of the world. So where better to bring to life the music of both master and contemporary composers from across the world then in the ancient city of Athens.

This 9 day tour will see you take to the stage for a Choir performance in Piraeus, surely a once in a lifetime opportunity. You’ll also have a chance to soak up the energy and atmosphere that is both present and past Athens; linger in open-air restaurants and wander markets, scenes which are all framed by the magnificent Acropolis that reaches high into the sky.

Then take to the emerald waters of the Aegean Sea on a 3 day, 3 night Greek Island cruise. Marvel as those iconic Greek postcard scenes come to life; swaying windmills, dramatic cliffs, and whitewashed houses. These all combine to form an experience of a lifetime, and one that will leave you with memories that are simply priceless.

​DAY BY DAY Schedule

​DAY 1 – Departing Flight

​Fly overnight from Los Angeles, USA to Athens, Greece.

DAY 2 – Athens

​Arrive in Athens in the evening where your Tour Manager will greet you at the airport. Transfer to your centrally located hotel before enjoying a Welcome Dinner all together.

​DAY 3 – Athens

​Get the most out of your time in Athens with a guided sightseeing tour of the city as well as entrance to the Acropolis. Climb to the top of the hill and take in the view looking out past one of the 2,400 year old columns. Catch your breath with some free time in the afternoon and evening.

​DAY 4 – Pireaus & Performance

​Transfer to Hotel Piraeus and enjoy a Tour Manager led walk of this port city. In the afternoon get ready with a dress rehearsal ahead of your performance in the evening.

VEAKEIO MUNICIPAL THEATER VEAKEIO MUNICIPAL THEATRE

The Veakeio is an open-air, summer theater named after the Greek actor Emilios Veakis (1884-1951). With its stunning view of the Saronic Gulf, the Veakeio theater was built based on the design patterns of ancient theaters and it can accommodate 2,000 spectators. At the inauguration in June 1969 the opera Nabucco by Verdi was presented by the National Opera. Each summer the Municipality of Piraeus organize here a number of interesting cultural events and performances.

​DAY 5 – Cruise: Mykonos

​Let’s go island hopping! Board your cruise and sail off to Mykonos Island where you will arrive in the early evening. Make the most of your 5 hours to explore the dreamy iconic Greek island which is known as the “island of the winds” with it’s distinctive windmills. Return to your cruise ship by 11pm for your overnight journey to the next port.

A STAR-STUDDED ISLAND – MYKONOS

​More than any other of the Greek islands, Mykonos has a long been a summer playground for celebrities and 2017 was no different. Known as the “Island of the winds” it often plays host to the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Jon Bon Jovi, famed Victoria Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio, Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, Lindsey Lohan, and many, many more

​DAY 6 – Cruise: Kusadasi & Patmos

​Today you’ll make stop-offs at Kusadasi and Patmos, taking an included bus tour in Kusadasi to discover the ancient Ephesus which was built 3,000 years ago. Then cruise over to the hourglass-shaped island of Patmos, known among locals as the “Holy Island” named after St John the Apostle. Spend the afternoon and evening here before you depart for Heraklion at 9pm.

​DAY 7 – Cruise: Heraklion & Santorini

​Sailing into Heraklion in the morning, marvel at the Koules Fortress that guards the ancient capital of Crete. Make the most of an included excursion to Knossos, the centre of Minoan civilisation which has been called Europe's oldest city. Then be back onboard by 11:30am for your next island hop to Santorini where you will be greeted by the striking cliffs vertically dotted with traditional white Greek houses and blue domed churches. Start your sail back to Athens at 9:30pm

​CHANGING OF THE GUARDS – ATHENS

​The Changing of the Guards happens every hour in front of the Hellenic Parliament in Athens Syntagma Square. The duties of the soldiers are part of a ceremonial nature. Every soldier guards for about an hour, 3 times in total every 48 hours. Throughout these 60 minutes, they have to stand perfectly still until it is time to switch with another guard. During the changing, they work in pairs so they can perfectly coordinate their moves. The steps that the official ceremony requires at the time of changing are carried out in really slow motion to protect their blood circulation after 60 min of immobility.

​DAY 8 – Athens

​Disembark your cruise in the early morning in Piraeus. Transfer to Athens and enjoy a free day for your own discovery and exploration. Gather back together at night for a delicious Farewell Dinner – Greek style!

​DAY 9 – Return Flights

​Transfer to Athens airport for your return flight to USA.

​TOUR INCLUSIONS

​TOUR INCLUSIONS

A full -time, specialist Tour Manager from beginning to end

Centrally located 4-star hotel in Athens

Full hot, daily breakfasts

Two 3-course dinners in Athens

A 3-day 3-night Greek Island cruise (see next page for more details) including breakfasts, lunches, dinners and a drinks package

Guided sightseeing tour in Athens including entrance to the Acropolis

Two included excursions when on the Greek Island cruise (Ephesus and Knossos)